Here's the 20 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Brinjal was quoted at ₹1,140 per quintal in Maigalganj APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Maigalganj APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,160
- Lowest Price Today₹1,120
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,140
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Round/Long)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Brinjal is about 10.0% below the period average, sitting just 17.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Brinjal rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Adilabad (Rythu Bazar) APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Kulai APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 3 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pattamundai APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Gopa APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kendrapara APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,000 (14.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Brinjal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Maigalganj APMC ranged between ₹1,120 and ₹1,380, with the average around ₹1,267. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹1,160 | ₹1,120 | ₹1,140 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,160 | ₹1,120 | ₹1,140 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,160 | ₹1,120 | ₹1,140 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,195 | ₹1,170 | ₹1,185 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,190 | ₹1,150 | ₹1,170 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,160 | ₹1,180 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,160 | ₹1,180 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,220 | ₹1,190 | ₹1,205 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,220 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,210 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,220 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,210 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,225 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,210 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,240 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,220 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,240 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,220 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,250 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,225 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,250 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,225 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,260 | ₹1,220 | ₹1,240 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,260 | ₹1,220 | ₹1,240 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,280 | ₹1,240 | ₹1,260 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,280 | ₹1,240 | ₹1,260 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,295 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,275 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
If you're chasing the best rate for Brinjal today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Brinjal stood at Maigalganj APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.